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Of course, the settlement plan reached by Liu Jing and Huang Zu cannot be implemented immediately. It will take a month for only the families of the captured soldiers to move to Chaisang one after another. It will be a month later that Huang She will finally return Huang Zu. However, five days later, more than four merchant ships seized by the Tao family and more than one clerk returned to Chaisang.

At the same time, Huang Zu promised that he would not make things difficult for the Tao family's merchant ship again, and that the Tao family fleet would pass through Jiangxia as smoothly as before. This undoubtedly solved the most serious problem of the Tao family and made the Tao family happy.

Even when the Siyudu cargo ship returned to Chaisang, more than two Tao family brothers, led by the head of the family Tao Sheng, went collectively to the riverside to worship the river god, welcome the return of the merchant ship, and used the most pious ceremony to commemorate the new opening of the Tao family.

Of course, Tao Sheng knew better than anyone else that it was not Jiang Shen who should be thanked, but Liu Jing. He not only guaranteed his position as the head of the family, but also helped the Tao family solve the most difficult problems.

After returning from the riverside, Tao Sheng immediately turned to Sima Junya, and he wanted to express the Tao family's gratitude to Liu Jing in person.

A soldier led Tao Sheng into Liu Jing's official room. Liu Jing's official room was a south-facing house, spacious and bright. Although the weather was stuffy, the woods in the courtyard were dense and the breeze was whispering, so he couldn't feel very hot. Liu Jing was standing in front of a map of Jiangxia, drawing the area of ​​Xiazhi County with a pen. It was obvious that he was quite satisfied with this newly obtained territory.

Tao Sheng walked into the room quickly and gave a deep gift, "See the Public"

Liu Jing put down his pen and asked with a smile: "Have the head of the family picked up the ship by the river?"

"I received it, and there was no loss of personnel, cargo and ships. The Tao family is grateful for the great kindness of Duke Jing."

As he said that, Tao Sheng actually knelt down and kowtowed to Liu Jing. Liu Jing was shocked. This was his future father-in-law, how could he kowtow to him? He hurriedly helped Tao Sheng up, "The head of the family does not have to give this gift. I have a relationship with the Tao family, so how can I not do my best to help the Tao family."

Tao Sheng was moved. He remembered what his daughter said. Liu Jing had the ability and would do his best to help the Tao family. Now it seems that his knowledge is not as good as his daughter, which makes Tao Sheng feel ashamed.

It was correct for his father to ask him to support Liu Jing with all his strength. It was Liu Jing who also relied on the Tao family that he would tell the relationship between his lips and teeth and help the Tao family get out of the predicament at critical moments.

Tao Sheng felt ashamed and moved, and sighed, "Our Tao family unanimously decided to support Jinggong with all their strength. Even if they spend all their money, they would spare no effort. The Tao family's money and grain were mainly stored in Jiangdong. The Tao family had dozens of warehouses along the Yangtze River. We will transport these materials and grains back to Chaisang one after another."

It is not entirely out of gratitude that Tao Sheng became so generous. From this time he dealt with Huang Zu, Tao Sheng discovered that Huang Zu was not Liu Jing's opponent, and Liu Jing would occupy Jiangxia sooner or later.

Moreover, his talent is far better than that of Liu Qi and Liu Cong. If there is any change in Jingzhou in the future, it is possible that Liu Jing will become the lord of Jingzhou. Of course, this is just a possibility, but if the Tao family has fully supported money and grain, it may not be impossible to achieve it.

For the Tao family, this is a good opportunity to find a backer. The earlier you support it, the more profit the Tao family will make in the future. The Tao family is a businessman and the most successful businessman. Their vision is naturally extraordinary. The family unanimously decided to put the future of the Tao family on Liu Jing.

Liu Jing smiled, and the Tao family's statement was as expected. In fact, even if the Tao family did not express their opinions, their interests were already tied together.

He asked Tao Sheng to sit down and said to him sincerely: "I am also very grateful to the Tao family for their support. In the future, I will also build a strong naval army that can protect the business interests of the Tao family. The Tao family no longer has to live in the gap between Jiangdu and Jingzhou."

Tao Sheng sighed, "The Tao family has been looking forward to this day for a long time."

If Tao Sheng’s attitude towards Liu Jing was a little bit grudged because of his daughter Tao Zhan before, but at this moment, a little bit of estrangement in his heart disappeared.

Both of them became honest with each other, and Liu Jing pondered for a moment, "I don't know how long Huang Zu's vow can last, we still have to be careful."

"There is no need to worry about this."

Tao Sheng smiled, "Although Huang Zu is despicable to outsiders, he has one advantage, that is, in Jiangxia County, he usually keeps his promises very much, which is also his reputation in Jiangxia County. Since he promised not to intercept the Tao family ships, he would generally not break his promise."

"It's best."

At this time, Liu Jing thought of something again and asked: "Is there any way the Tao family can get the best steel like the Fangtian Painting Halberd?"

Tao Sheng frowned slightly and said, "If it is ordinary iron, the Tao family can easily get it. To be honest, the Tao family also has two iron ore in Danyang County. It recruits thousands of workers to start mining and smelting iron. However, the iron must be sold to the Jiangdong government. It is not allowed to be transported from abroad. Of course, the Tao family also has a way to transport it. The key is that the public needs high-quality steel. If it is small, it can be obtained. If it is large, it is a bit difficult..."

As soon as he said this, Tao Sheng suddenly remembered something and asked quickly: "I don't know if the public is anxious."

Liu Jing thought for a while and said, "It's not a hurry, it's fine within a year."

"Then there's no problem."

Tao Sheng explained excitedly: "The key to refining fine steel is not the technology, but the use of good stone carbon and carbon powder. It is easy to get carbon powder, but there are not many stone carbon in the south of the Yangtze River and Jingzhou, but Bashu has it. I can buy a large amount of stone carbon from Bashu, then transport the fine steel mine from Danyang, and then burn some carbon powder. We will start refining in Chaisang, and the gong needs as much as the gong needs."

Stone carbon is coal. The coal has high calorie capacity and can produce high-quality steel. Liu Jing was also excited. He quickly walked to a large map beside the wall and soon found Danyang County. Then he suddenly realized that Danyang County was Ma'anshan in later generations.

"This matter should not be implemented sooner or later."

"Don't worry, I will send the fleet to Bashu the day after tomorrow, and I can transport tens of thousands of kilograms of stone carbon at one time."

"And iron craftsmen"

Liu Jing reminded him again: "Although the person who created the Fang Tian Painting Ji has passed away, I wonder if his descendants have received the true teachings. If they can be found..."

“No need”

Tao Sheng waved his hand with a smile, "The better iron craftsmen in the Central Plains were taken away by Cao Cao to Xuchang. However, since ancient times, military craftsmen have gone to Yue Kingdom. In Wu County and Kuaiji County, I can find the best blacksmith, which is no less than the old craftsman who built the Fangtian Painting Ji."

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Tao Sheng left and Liu Jing walked slowly in the room with his hands behind his back. He had witnessed the fierceness and ferociousness of the Cao army's cavalry. The soldiers in Jiangnan were far from comparable. Although the soldiers in Jiangnan could use the advantages of the navy to protect themselves, this was not a long-term solution. The key was to have their own advantage in military affairs.

Like the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry, the Dead Soldiers first and the White Horses are in charge. These military branches have their own advantages and can compete with one on the battlefield. Liu Jing also needs such a special military branch to become his ace army and be able to compete with Cao's army in the future.

Although this was just a preliminary idea, Liu Jing's heart was already very passionate and he immediately put it into practice. Although it took several years to hone the integration, he must take the first step of the key. Moreover, God also favored him and gave him a big business like the Tao family, adding strong help to his dream success. In this way, how could he not do his best?

At this time, Zhu Xun appeared at the door and said respectfully: "Sima, are you looking for me?"

Liu Jing turned around and smiled and said, "Yes, please come in and sit down."

Zhu Xun walked into the room, bowed, and then sat down. Liu Jing asked with a smile: "How much did you get when you investigate the land, money and property of the Zhou family?"

After the war, the Zhou family was the first to be investigated. However, in view of the fact that the Zhou family was willing to assist Jiang Xia army in the end, Liu Jing spared the Zhou family's death penalty, expelled all their families from Chaisang, confiscated their real estate, and Zhu Xun took out a book and handed it to Liu Jing. "The Zhou family is very cunning and transferred money to Wuchang in advance, so they didn't gain much in terms of property. More than 10,000 stones of grain were found in their manor, which was the biggest harvest."

"Where is the land?" Liu Jing asked without saying a word. This was what he cared about the most.

"There are 60 hectares of land and 6,000 acres, mainly concentrated on both sides of the Xunyang River on the south side of Chaisang."

Only 6,000 acres, less. Liu Jing pondered for a while and asked again: "How many official fields are there?"

"Reporting to Sima, the official land is about 4,000 acres."

The total amount of land is only 10,000 acres, but it is still not enough to settle. The reason why Liu Jing urgently needs fertile land is because about 2,000 households will be moved from Wuchang and Xiakou areas. These are the families of prisoners of war. The prisoners of war will naturally become Liu Jing's soldiers, so their families also need to be resettled.

According to the minimum standard of ten acres per household, at least 20,000 acres of land is needed. There is still a gap of 10,000 acres. Liu Jing couldn't help but take a look at Zhu Xun. The Zhu family is the largest landlord in Chaisang, with several hectares of land and countless oxen. Can they take out part of the land?

Zhu Xun smiled a little embarrassedly. He understood what Liu Jing said. In fact, the Zhu family also fully supported Liu Jing. In the last battle against Jiangdong, the main reason why they were able to mobilize civilians was the role played by the Zhou family.

The Zhou family can produce grain and people, but it is a bit difficult to deal with the Zhou family. Land is the foundation of the Zhou family. Without the foundation of the land, the Zhou family will decline.

But Zhu Xun also knew that if the Zhou family was not bad, Liu Jing would be sad. He thought for a while and said, "Sima, I'll go back and discuss with my father to see if the Zhu family can do their best."

Liu Jing's eyes narrowed, and he wanted what Zhu Xun said.

"I won't treat the Zhu family badly. I can give you a promise. I will give the Zhu family twice the land compensation in Xiazhi County, and the plains and mountains are allowed to be selected by the Zhu family."

Zhu Xun stood up and bowed, "Sima, please rest assured, I will give you a reply tomorrow morning."

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Zhu Xun's father was named Zhu Liang, who was the head of the Zhu family. That night, Zhu Xun discussed the land plan proposed by Liu Jing with his father.

Zhu Liangnian was about fifty years old. He was short, fat, fat, big-headed, and kind-hearted, but he was a cunning and shrewd man. Since he took over the Zhu family, the number of land and plowing oxen in the Zhu family has doubled in the past twenty years.

Zhu Liang walked slowly with his hands behind his back, saying to himself: "I used Chaisang to replace the pheasant, and then used cooked pheasant to exchange for raw land. Even if it was twice the compensation, I still suffered a loss in the land price. You should know that one acre of Chuosang can buy acre of pheasant to buy acre of pheasant to grow. However, this is not a loss to get Liu Jing, but one thing must be told that our Zhu family has suffered a great loss."

Seeing that his father was considered smart, Zhu Xun couldn't help but sigh in his heart, "Father, as long as we fully support him, he will definitely not treat the Zhu family badly in the future, and he won't have to be so petty."

"Well, how much land he needs"

"At least one hectare."

The fat meat on Zhu Liang's face shook violently. This was the fertile land of their Zhu family. The years of hard work were wasted. However, Zhu Liang is also a person with vision. Since the Tao family is willing to spend a lot of money on Liu Jing, why can't the Zhu family?
Chapter completed!